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Louisa Maria "Louise" Torrey (September 11, 1827 – December 8, 1907) was the second wife of Alphonso Taft, and the mother of U.S. President William Howard Taft.
Helen Louise Taft (née Herron; June 2, 1861 – May 22, 1943), known as Nellie, was the First Lady of the United States from 1909 to 1913 as the wife of President William Howard Taft. Born to a politically well-connected Ohio family, she took an early interest in political life, deciding at the age of 17 that she wished to become first lady.
Jan 12, 2024 · Louise and Alphonso Taft raised their six children in the family tradition of hard work, fair play, and public service. They lived these principles themselves. Steeped in lofty ideals, dutiful Will Taft set a course that took him from his Cincinnati home to the nation's highest ranks.
Louise Taft died at Millbury, Massachusetts aged 80 years, and was interred at Spring Grove Cemetery, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Just under 11 months later, her eldest surviving son was elected President. Achievements. The second was President William Howard Taft. Next was Henry Waters Taft, who became a lawyer in New York City.
Mar 19, 2021 · Explore genealogy for Helen (Herron) Taft born 1861 Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio, United States of America died 1943 Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America including ancestors + descendants + 1 photos + 5 genealogist comments + more in the free family tree community.
- Female
- June 2, 1861
- William Howard Taft
- May 22, 1943
Since 1941, the Louise Taft Semple Foundation has honored its founders’ legacy by donating millions of dollars to organizations that enhance the quality of life in Cincinnati for all of its citizens.
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